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3.00 Credits
Recommended Prerequisite: BL201, BL202. An introduc- tion to ecosystem ecology, and a detailed examination of one ecosystem. Readings and library research pro- vide the background to appreciate the intricate work- ings of the ecosystem and to design a research proposal. Ecosystems studied will vary from year to year but gen- erally rotate among tropical forests, coral reef systems, and desert/sky islands of Arizona. An option for stu- dents who wish to take BL299 without the field component.
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5.00 Credits
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing or above and written per- mission of the instructor. Recommended Prerequisite: BL201,
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: BL118, BL119, BL121, BL126. A look at the role that various organelles play in cells which are the functional basis of all life. Structure and function are examined both in lecture and through use of transmission and scanning electron microscope.100 Biology
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4.00 Credits
Prerequisite: BL121, BL126, BL201, BL202. General prin- ciples of ecology are used to study the relationship of plants to physical and biological factors. Topics include the role of microclimate, soil characteristics, and com- petition in determining plant distribution. Plant repro- ductive strategies, pollination biology, herbivory, and chemical defenses are also investigated. Field and labora- tory experiments emphasize ecological research tech- niques and allow students to gain experience in design- ing studies, making field observations, and learning standard methods of data collection and analyses. A weekend field trip may be required.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: BL118, BL119, BL121, BL126. Morphology, life cycles, and host/parasite interactions of representa- tive protozoan, arthropod, and helminth parasites are explored. Parasites of both animals and plants are discussed with particular attention to disease-causing parasites.
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4.00 Credits
Prerequisite: BL 118, BL119, BL121, BL126. The cell biology, anatomy, physiology, diversity, and economic importance of plants with emphasis on practical appli- cations in pharmacology, horticulture, and the envi- ronment. Laboratory activities acquaint students with recent advances in botany while maintaining a strong emphasis on the basic facts and principles necessary for a sound foundation in the plant sciences.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: BL118, BL119, BL121, BL126. An intro- duction to recombinant DNA techniques including the use of restriction enzymes to construct DNA maps and for molecular cloning; amplification of DNA using PCR; detection of gene expression using protein gels and Western blotting techniques; and use of the yeast two hybrid system to detect protein-protein interactions. Within a lab-based context, students use powerful meth- ods that have been developed to isolate, amplify, manipulate, and analyze DNA.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: BL121, BL126, BL201, BL202. Corequisite: BL347. Interactions between plants and animals may strongly influence their evolution and ecology. Students explore the predominant interactions between plants and animals (e.g., pollination, herbivory, seed dispersal). The ecological conditions that favor certain types of interactions and the (co)evolution of interactions are emphasized.
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1.00 Credits
Corequisite: BL346. Students explore the expansive plant- animal interactions literature. The class is conducted in the style of a "journal club," with individual studentstaking the responsibility for leading discussions on current articles from the literature. Students learn to critically analyze experimental designs, ecological and evolutionary theory, and key conclusions of the articles.101 BL350 Biology of Mammals with Lab (4.00 cr.) Prerequisite: BL121, BL126, BL201, BL202. Examines the diversity found within the class Mammalia to gain an understanding of the evolution, physiology, and ecol- ogy of these animals. Includes an examination of the conservation problems of this group.
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4.00 Credits
Prerequisite: BL118, BL119, BL 121, BL126. Human genetic diseases are used to illustrate concepts of clas- sical and molecular eukaryotic genetics. The importance of studying genetic model organisms is emphasized in understanding human genetics and disease.
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